On July 15, 2022, she released the song "Pussy". "Big Energy" won Song of the Year, and 777 was nominated for Hip Hop Album of the Year at the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards. His journey to fame was a little different than that of his 8 Mile counterpart, who was far from famous, in 1995. Back then you would lose if you went a cappella. Eminem portrays the character as it was based on him. Eminem and his unlikely collaborator, director Curtis Hanson fresh off a whimsical Michael Chabon adaptation, Wonder Boys loosely approximated a few hard days of Marshall Matherss come-up in rough-and-tumble 90s Detroit. You think these niggas gonna feel the shit you say? Rosenberg: Ultimately the decision was Curtiss.1He went through and watched tons of tape and saw people rapping live. There are nearly a dozen instances in 8 Mile, where Jimmy B-Rabbit Smith Jr. shows off his lyrical genius, but one scene, in particular, was never meant to come out as authentic as it did: the freestyle battle in the parking lot. The ongoing feud between the two resulted in diss tracks from both parties with insults about drug use, homosexuality, and past experiences from the show. His first appearance was him, along with his crew, chanting "choke" in front of B-Rabbit crew. On August 11, Latto was included on XXL's 2020 Freshman Class.[15][16]. Please play responsibly. But I knew what Marshalls favorite battle rap beats were. [31], In 2021, Latto founded the Win Some Give Some Foundation to to empower at-risk young women by providing them resources and support to achieve a lifetime of success.[32], In 2017, Latto opened her own store, Pittstop Clothing, in Jonesboro, Georgia. 8 Mile featured a lot of great freestyle raps but which one among the group is considered the best? Eminem: I was told that the mics were going to be off when we were doing the montage scenes of Rabbit coming up through the ranks and we were supposed to pantomime. All the drama pretty much forced Jimmy into being responsible for raising his younger sibling. Eminem: Writing for the movie was very different because not only did I know who I was facing, but I knew the scenario and how Rabbit would have to come at people in each round. According to the script and director, Eminem was meant to write a freestyle, which would be dubbed over in the film as he just mimed some words to the camera. I pulled him to the side and I told him he sucked. Marshall was using it as a weapon. He showed the world his talent and what he is capable of as an artist. That could really have an effect on a persons self-esteem. Dye tryin'. You know, you cant script the kind of stuff I say in this film.4. He turned his pain into incredible lyrics, which led to wealth and success. At one point during filming, a series of scenes for a planned montage of local rappers competing against Eminem were shot. Click here to watch Jalen & Jacoby, Grantland Features, and video podcasts. Unfortunately, the club became a nice place, and it didnt fit the vision for the scene. The 8 Mile version of events is much more exciting. Craig G: There was some restlessness going on. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA. Knowing how demanding and hectic life was for the rapper while filming the movie, Eminem decided to never take a starring role in a movie or show since 8 Mile. Keep in mind this is the same year Mac Lethal vs Dos Noun happened, which really pushed the envelope as far as back and forth rebuttals and personal material. [Rap] I'll spit a racial slur, honky, sue me! Detroit. In the final scene of 8 Mile, B-Rabbit (Eminem) has to battle rap three members of the Leaders of the Free World, back to back. The makes sure those number combinations never come up. However, trailers werent such a big part of Eminems real life. It doesnt exist. There are a lot of things you can say about Eminem, but a liar is not one of them. It wasnt some fresh little setup. Casting directors couldnt pick a more perfect actress to play Alex, Jimmys love interest, than Brittany Murphy. 8 Mile is a 2002 American hip-hop drama film, directed by Curtis Hanson and starring Eminem, Kim Basinger, Brittany Murphy and Mekhi Phifer. Answer (1 of 31): Yes, it's a scam. You may have noticed Poof, Eminems long-time best friend and D12 band member, who plays Lil Tic, B-Rabbits first battle opponent. Scott Silver (screenwriter): Proof was amazing. He wouldnt go out with me unless I was dressed appropriately. [20], In February 2021, it was announced that Latto would be named MTV's Global Push Artist of the month. He shared details of his life through his lyrics, but fans were excited to see it on screen. It's kinda wild this came out in 2002 and even in the MarvWon battle Pat Stay went second. Eminem: I remember that the script always ended in a battle since the beginning. Not literally in story, but a good fit for him, Peter exclaimed. The reason his character is nicknamed Bunny Rabbit is that Eminem has pretty big ears. I was fucking terrified: I mean, who the fuck am I to pitch a hip-hop movie to Dr. Dre? She first appeared on American rapper Jermaine Dupri 's reality television series The Rap Game in 2016, where she was known as Miss Mulatto and won the show's first season, but she . He then overdosed later in that period. I told Em, Yo, thank God you didnt do me like Lotto. Theres no coming back there. Recently (in October 2020), Melki said he would love to work with Eminem again. They sent me the script and pretty much outlined where they needed rhymes. But unfortunately, DeAngelo Wilsons career was cut short. Her mother is white and her biological father is African American. [9] In June 2019, she released her second extended play, titled Big Latto, which was preceded by "Bitch from da Souf". You not on his level.. As it turned out, its an exotic-themed nightclub in Motor City in real life, owned by Marvin Chin. So I was like, I have to beef my machismo up; I cant let these dudes pump me. Because people were saying this crazy stuff You dont deserve to be in this movie, you aint real. And I was like, Im real! He was a childhood friend of Eminem, who also grew up in Detroit. Debatable with Lickity Split, loss against Lotto. And, you know, he had a few choice words for me. We were going to do a rhyme here but any attempt at rapping would have just been mortifying for everyone, so lets just get on with the list shall we? He killed Lotto. She is hooked on drugs, and Jimmy gets in a fight with her live-in boyfriends. that makes me believe you really dont have an intrest to live in. Visit Tunefind to listen to all the songs used on the show. Eminem lost 24lb for the role. Genius is the ultimate source of music knowledge, created by scholars like you who share facts and insight about the songs and artists they love. Now, Eminem did, in fact, start off doing rap battles, some held at The Shelter (a real venue in Detroit). Whether he is making music or doing drugs, Eminem doesnt mess around; its all or nothing with this guy. Eminem was clearly a draw in 2002. I gave him the look like, You asshole!. He saw it as a mastery and respect for the power of the word. Lotto was wearing the tank top, so he picks on him about the tank top. The pair tied the knot in 1993 and had their daughter Ireland in 1995. Next, the Three One Third reaches up to his crew again and punches Lotto in the face, resulting in a fight. The DJ we cast, DJ Head, that was Ems DJ at the time. Everyone was under the weather. I didnt know he was gonna do that, and thats why thats the expression on my face in the movie. Marshall was very instrumental in the lyrics. HIPPITY HOOPLA" is just bad lol. I remember smoking cigs with Mekhi [Phifer], and were freezing but we gotta be there to listen. But according to police reports, the paintball didnt even break anything, and Eminem didnt even shoot it; his friend did. One of the most successful recording artists in the world is undoubtedly Marshall Mathers. The only problem was that taking on the film would mean that Tarantino would have had to back out of making Kill Bill, which wasnt really an option. That was kind of like, Wait a minute this is a movie moment. Silver: I can remember sitting there and watching that last scene like, Oh, this is unbelievable. People were so excited. Rosenberg: We brought in Craig G to help coach the other battlers and to help them refine and edit their raps to get the right attack, the right potency, as well as to be concise enough. That was a really great decision that Curtis and Em made. She first appeared on American rapper Jermaine Dupri's reality television series The Rap Game in 2016, where she was known as Miss Mulatto and won the show's first season, but she rejected the record deal offered as a result of winning the show. What is surprising is how quickly it picked up such a loyal fan base because when it was first sent out to theaters, the film was under the name The Mars Project in order to keep the project a secret before it was released. Eminem's two biggest inspirations, Jay-Z and Nas, were at the height of their feud at the time of 8 Mile production. On August 12, Latto announced the release of her debut project through RCA, titled Queen of da Souf; it was released on August 21, 2020. Eminem makes it look super easy in real life. I was like, I need this all the time, the rapper told Rolling Stone. Jigga teams up with State Property frontman Freeway for "8 Mile and Runnin'" while Nas's song, "U Wanna Be Me . Well, it was more like justice when they burned down an abandoned home where a little girl was sexually abused. 8 Mile is a 2002 semi-biographical hip-hop drama film starring Eminem. Because thats what I actually did in battles to try and take peoples ammo away. I was scared shitless. He was way too nervous about getting on a plane right after the tragedy, which is totally understandable. Robert Claus did, however, become an Emcee under the name DJ Rec. The whole crowd was going, Ohhh! But for the most part they wrote their own verses. Lose Yourself was the first rap song to ever win an Academy Award. He didn't want people thinking he was just playing his stage persona. the verses wouldnt hold up against writtens but in a freestyle context theyre fine with the occasional great moment. It would make the rounds fit together better. It was cold outside in Detroit. 8 Mile is a semi-autobiographical film that follows Jimmy Smith Jr, a struggling young rapper. Which is sort of how I felt. The iconic beats used in the scenes Showbiz & AGs Next Level (Nyte Time Mix), Onyxs Last Dayz, and, in the climactic battle, Mobb Deeps Shook Ones (Part II) were selected by Rosenberg. You think these niggas gon' feel the shit you say? [25] The song became Latto's highest charting song on the Billboard Hot 100, so far peaking at number three. Mekhi Phifer: A lot of that stuff was off-the-cuff improv. Rabbit's best friend can be seen in both their candid moments together and also as the host of the underground rap battles that showcase some of the best freestyles in 8 Mile. As it turns out, the real-life Bob never actually shot himself. Jay-Z partnered up with State Property frontman Freeway for 8 Mile and Runnin, and Nass track was U Wanna Be Me, number 10 on the album. Latto, under the stage name "Miss Mulatto" at the time, was the overall winner of the competition. He lost to Lotto clear. [6], In 2016, Stephens became a contestant on the Lifetime reality series The Rap Game, produced by Jermaine Dupri and Queen Latifah. The film "8 Mile" depicts one of the most successful caucasian hip-hop artists to ever live battling the scrutiny of trying to make it in a culture and area where he was not always accepted. Silver: A success story, that just wasnt interesting to me. Everybody knew each other. i'll do it the lotto style you gotta be kiddin. The same week the rapper dropped the Marshall Mathers LP (featuring a photo of Marshalls now-abandoned childhood home), that same house in Detroit caught on fire and caused major damage. And Paul Rosenberg was conducting [audition] battles out and about in the cold. Who knows? Rosenberg: Theres a little scene where Marshalls about to go in his last round and we see Brittany Murphy in the crowd, in this red dress like shes going to the prom. It just felt like we were being.5. And Rodrigo shot the movie himself he was working handheld cameras in the middle of the crowd. Unfortunately, Curtis Hanson was not available for interviews because ofrecent medical complications. Proof went to him to get the money for that. Alyssa Michelle Stephens was born in Columbus, Ohio, on December 22, 1998, to Misti Pitts and Shayne Stephens. Silver: At the time, my career was over. Because it was Detroit, it was a lot of Maurice Malone, Hip Hop Shop clothing. In 8 Mile, DeAngelo Wilson starred as Jimmys friend and Sols brother, DJ Iz. But are you surprised? Everybody knew each other. The 8 Mile Rap Battles; . Rosenberg: He, uh, he was quickly hushed. He was a member of the groups 5 Elementz and D12 during his career. I guess that instinct never goes away. It's rare for such a platform to offer something . Id just stack a few punch lines up and mostly freestyle about the guy in front of me. Paul Rosenberg (Eminems manager and executive producer): Before we put the camera up to shoot one frame, we took everybody around the city, to all the spots that the story was based on. [21] In March 2021, she became the first female rapper from Atlanta to have a solo record be certified gold and platinum with "Bitch from da Souf" (2019) and "Muwop" (2020). OnApril 17, ESPN will premiere30 for 30: Bad Boys, a documentary about those unforgettable Pistons teams. And then he starts writing his rebuttal right then and there. I thought this guy hadnt done a movie in a number of years; this might be interesting to him, and dare I say, a sequel to 8 Mile. Really, just every detail, we made sure it looked right. You gotta get to that moment in the end: Fuck you, you dont define me. Byrd: Those battle scenes: Man, you could feel that Detroit really, really loved those scenes. 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Xzibit, another Dr. Dre protg, also made its way into the film. His voice was getting raw. The idea was ultimately dropped. Watch this compilation of all of the raps B-Rabbit does in. No way. In hindsight it makes sense, but back then we were bummed. Regarding the contentious decision between B Rabbit and Lotto, I think most judges in 2002 would have picked B Rabbit. In one famous 8 Mile scene, B-Rabbit and his crew decide to take the law into their own hands. We went to the basement at [music venue] Saint Andrews: the Shelter. And if they were over-rehearsed, or if people knew too much about what the other person was gonna say, it would affect the immediacy of the reactions. He was a natural on screen and didnt go unnoticed. The boot camp-style series followed young aspiring rappers in a competition against one another over a span of eight weeks. Eminem didnt exactly have an ideal childhood. Latto then revealed the release of her single "Muwop", featuring Gucci Mane, which was released on July 30. The role eventually went to Evan Jones who nailed the part. The film's protagonist is known by many. The film made a massive $51 million on its opening weekend. Although he was focused on his music career, Eminem was really close to signing on for the lead role in Southpaw back in 2009, but it ended up in Jake Gyllenhaals lap. Being up there hosting and feeling that energy, it just felt special. They were messing around, taking turns shooting buildings and signs, until Rabbit (who is driving) took his turn and shot a parked police car. In one famous 8 Mile scene, B-Rabbit and his crew decide to take the law into their own hands. Although he looked just like the Eminem we all know and love, he went through an extreme transformation for the movie. If you didnt notice them the first time around, keep your eyes peeled the next time you watch the film. It only makes sense to incorporate real rappers in a movie all about rap. He is arguably one of the best rappers/freestylers in history and proved to be more than a white rapper using shock value to earn success with The Eminem Show. The film "8 Mile" depicts one of the most successful caucasian hip-hop artists to ever live battling the scrutiny of trying to make it in a culture and area where he was not always accepted. [27] All three songs were included on Latto's second studio album, 777, which was released on March 25. These kids were in there for two weeks! One day somebody gave me Ambien, and it knocked me the f*ck out. They hook up, he develops feelings for her, and then he walks in on her cheating on him with some dude. He didnt mince words. I feel like I could get Alzheimers and still remember this experience. Every 10 minutes someone was trying to slide us a demo to slide to Em. Strike: We was joking around on the mic. Rosenberg: Marshall treated the filming of the battle scene like it was real battle. The track received a second life thanks to being used in a rap battle for 2002's 8 Mile, but it wasn't until the Eminem-starring blockbuster's premiere that Fredro Starr found out the . Craig G (rapper, consultant): The feel of that movie was so authentic. It was animosity in the air a little bit. We werent necessarily gonna bow down to him. She credits Clayton County as the place that gave her street credibility. Alyssa Michelle Stephens (born December 22, 1998), professionally known as Latto or Big Latto (formerly known as Mulatto), is an American rapper and singer. Mekhi Phifer nearly passed on the movie because he was asked to fly to Detroit two days after the 9/11 attacks in New York. Miller: It might as well be real because it was nothing but young, hungry dudes there. He didn't know what he'd be wearing. In real life, neither Eminem nor his friends ever burned a house down. Latto's highest-charting single to date, the song peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100. Plus, Claus doesnt seem nearly as endearing as Cheddar Bob. Miller: We shot that right after New Years. Interest-Based Ads. Motherfuckers would be like, Yo, your character sucks, so we just added this. Tha Free World gang appears briefly for the first time at the beginning of the movie during the cypher at The Shelter when Future's boy . The alleged victim didnt show up to court, so nothing came of his arrest. So I took my own life experience as a failure, and I used that. Quality-wise, I think this battle is comparable to the ones in 8 Mile (to be fair, if you can't write as well as someone else can freestyle, you're a really lousy writer.). Rosenberg: I wouldnt think that any screenwriter in their right mind would try to pen freestyle battle lyrics. It took us a little while to catch on to Detroit. Its not a huge surprise that 8 Mile has become a cult-classic film. Every Saturday between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. we would move all the clothes out and open up the floor and let guys battle, Malone says. Although the gender of the sibling differs, this comes really close to Eminems real family dynamic growing up. And if they did, they didnt get caught. I had to leave him how he left Rabbit earlier in the movie. Lotto is also there to beat up B-Rabbit with his crew because Jimmy has beaten up Wink for having sex with his girl Alex Laterno. Who is B-Rabbit? Fuck the Free World!" ~MC Bob Cheddar Bob now known as M.C Bob is Jimmy 's "dumb friend" and a member of Jimmy's gang known as "313", They are involved in a street war with a rival gang known as "Tha Free World", Cheddar Bob is portrayed as rather dimwitted, but makes up for this by his loyalty, Cheddar was played by Evan Jones.